Mississippi’s Seafood Labeling Law to take effect July 1, 2025
(JACKSON, Miss.) – The Mississippi Legislature has recently passed House Bill 602, marking a significant move to enhance transparency in the seafood industry and build greater…
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Lt. Gov. Hosemann holds legislative session in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Earlier today, Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann held a legislative session in Gulfport, meeting with the Board of Supervisors and several constables. Discussions covered a…
Bonnet Carre Disaster Recovery Application meeting
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- DMR is hosting a meeting about the 2020 Bonnet Carre Spillway Fisheries Disaster Recovery Program for wild oyster and shrimp recovery assistance. The meeting takes place Tuesday,…
Woman wanted for felony embezzlement involving Gautier Middle School Booster Club
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier police are looking for a woman wanted for felony embezzlement involving the Gautier Middle School Booster Club. According to Gautier Police Department, Nicaela Salter-Chapman is currently wanted for felony embezzlement involving $15,000 stolen from the booster…
Mississippi Highway Patrol to continue monitoring Buc-ee’s traffic over several days
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- With so many people hoping to get their Buc-ee’s fix, a big concern with Monday’s grand opening was how traffic in the area…
New games this month at Mississippi Lottery
Savannah Tirey from the Mississippi Lottery joins us to talk about the new games this month.
Rescue Rodeo at Plant Watson puts safety and teamwork front and center
GULFPORT Miss (WXXV) –Mississippi Power is putting safety front and center in a powerful way. At Mississippi Power’s Plant Watson, safety is more than…
Buc-ee’s officially open in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Buc-ee’s officially opened its doors bright and early Monday morning in Harrison County. This is the first Buc-ee’s location in Mississippi. The store is 74,000 square…
Repairs to Hanshaw Road Bridge in Ocean Springs nearly complete
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- There is a light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to the Hanshaw Road Bridge reopening in Ocean Springs.…
Buc-ee’s visitors review food and service at new Harrison County location
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The number of amenities offered at Buc-ee’s is almost limitless. They have everything from fresh food, snacks, apparel, home décor, and…
WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel gives a traffic update at Buc-ee’s
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Our team has been out at the new Buc-ee’s location all day long. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel is out there…
Poplarville Blueberry Jubilee this weekend
POPLARVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s almost that time for Poplarville’s premier yearly event to take over the downtown area. Joining us in studio is Blueberry Jubilee Council President Shirley Wiltshire, Miss Teen…
Community comes out to 20th annual Red, White, and Blueberry Festival in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- It was a day of flavor, fun and community spirit in the heart of Ocean Springs. Saturday was…
Gulf Coast Association of Pride holds annual Pride Festival
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend, the Gulf Coast Association of Pride celebrated Pride Month with a vibrant celebration on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The all-day festival…
Inaugural Bikin’ the Beach wraps up in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- An inaugural event here in South Mississippi wrapped up on Sunday. Bikin’ the Beach was a collaboration between Hurricane Harley Davidson, the Sanctuary Biloxi, and…
WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. is at the opening of Buc-ee’s in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Today is the day! Buc-ee’s has finally opened up here along the Gulf Coast. Positioned by Texas…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic wraps up
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A week of fun and competition on the water wrapped up on Sunday at Point Cadet Marina. Awards and prize money were dished out at the…
Take Precautions to Ensure Summer Safety
Jackson, Miss.- Tis the season to bask in the sun, but the Mississippi heat comes with serious safety hazards. So, while you’re making summer plans, prioritize safety. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is advising residents to protect themselves…
Lane closure in the vicinity of East Pass Road in Gulfport
(Gulfport, MS) - The City of Gulfport has issued a ‘Lane Closure’ affecting citizens and businesses in the vicinity of East Pass Road. A section of the inner eastbound and westbound lanes between Pine Street and Cowan Road will be…
General Joe Spraggins Honored with Prestigious Southern Miss Friendship Oak Award
Written By: Gabriela Shinskie The University of Southern Mississippi recently presented General Joe Spraggins with the 2025 Friendship Oak Award at its annual awards day ceremony held on the Gulf Park campus in Long Beach, in recognition of his ongoing dedication…
MDOT encourages railroad crossing safety
JACKSON, MISS. – In 2024, there were 30 crashes at public railroad crossings in Mississippi, which led to five fatalities and 12 injuries. Designated by the International Union of Railways, June 5 is International Level Crossing Awareness Day, and the Mississippi Department…
Mississippi seeing a shortage of physical therapists
Mississippi is facing a growing shortage of physical therapists, a new study predicts the problem will only get worse over the next decade. One university is launching a program to…
Gulfport native takes on role as state Supreme Court Justice
Gulfport, Miss (WXXV)- It was a night of celebration in Gulfport, many gathering for the investiture ceremony of David P. Sullivan. He is taking on the role of a Mississippi…
Signage goes up for Aldi in Gulfport
Gulfport, Miss (WXXV)- Signage is going up at the Aldi in Gulfport. Winn-Dixie on Highway 49 closed their doors in November 2024. The logo has gone up on the…
